Lees-McRae College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Lees-McRae College
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Lees-McRae College is a small private college located on a rural campus in Banner Elk, North Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 855, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 62%. The college offers 25 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $26,490.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
77% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
46% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile20-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1040-1170
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
856
Students enrolled
20%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
74%
Unknown
5%
Black
7%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
8
Total Online Enrollment
171
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.20% online, 80% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
71% On-campus
29% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's20% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
31%
State Grant Aid
27%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$17k
Average student debtafter graduation
$33k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | History. | |||
| 8 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 10 | Psychology. | |||
| 11 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 12 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.